Deer Stand Season in Louisiana: What to Know Before You Buy

Louisiana deer season doesn't wait. If you're hunting the Atchafalaya Basin, the piney woods up north, or a private lease in Acadiana, you know the drill — get your stand set up early, let the area settle, and be ready when opening day hits.

At Delta Trailer Sales in Carencro, we build and sell deer stands and hunting blinds right here on the lot. We've put together this guide to help you figure out what you need before you buy.

Ground Blind vs. Tower Stand: Which Is Right for You?

The two most common setups are ground-level blinds and elevated tower stands. Each has its place depending on your terrain and hunting style.

Ground blinds are easier to set up and move. They work well in thick brush where elevation doesn't give you much advantage. They're also easier to get in and out of quietly.

Tower stands give you elevation, which means better sight lines, better scent control, and more shooting lanes. If you're hunting open fields, food plots, or hardwood bottoms, a tower stand is usually the better call.

We carry both at Delta Trailer Sales — 4×6 and 6×6 blinds on skids or towers, with ladder access and optional porches.

What to Look for in a Deer Stand

Not all deer stands are built the same. Here's what matters:

Construction: Look for welded steel frames, not bolted-together kits. A welded stand is stronger and won't loosen up over time from vibration and weather.

Floor size: A 4×6 blind is fine for one hunter. If you're hunting with a kid or a buddy, go 6×6. You'll appreciate the extra room when you're sitting still for hours.

Windows: Sliding windows are quieter than hinged ones. Make sure the window placement gives you shooting lanes in the directions you need.

Insulation: Louisiana winters aren't brutal, but a cold front can drop temperatures fast. An insulated blind keeps you comfortable and reduces noise from wind rattling the walls.

Height: Most tower stands run 8 to 12 feet. Higher is better for open terrain; lower works fine in thick cover where you're shooting at close range anyway.

Planning Ahead: Get Your Stand Before the Rush

Every year, hunters wait until September or October to start thinking about stands — and then they're scrambling. Supply gets tight, lead times stretch out, and you end up hunting from a folding chair in a ground blind you threw together at the last minute.

The smart move is to get your stand now, get it set up on your lease, and let the deer get used to it before season opens. A stand that's been in place for 30 to 60 days before opening day is almost always more productive than one you just put up.

Come See What We Have on the Lot

Delta Trailer Sales carries a full selection of deer stands and hunting blinds in Carencro, LA. We build them tough for South Louisiana conditions — welded steel, solid floors, and windows that actually work.

See our deer stands and full trailer inventory — come by the lot before hunting season gets here and we run low on inventory.